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Time and Leisure, 2006.
A review of John De Graaf's book, "Take Back Your Time: Fighting Overwork and Time Poverty in America".
1,006 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, £ 24.95
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This paper introduce, discusses and analyzes the book "Take Back Your Time: Fighting Overwork and Time Poverty in America" by John De Graaf. Specifically, the paper contains a summary of the critical concepts presented in this book. According to the paper, Americans work more than just about any other people on Earth and it affects everything from personal relationships to health and well-being.
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"One of the interesting aspects of this increased workload is the "work-and-spend" ethic that many Americans subscribe to. People work harder today, but consumerism is also at an all time high. Many Americans are obsessed with "stuff" - from the oversized SUV to new furniture, clothing, and thousands of other discretionary expenses that seem to have become a necessity in modern life. The society is based on this consumerism, and it begins at a very young age. Many people are working more hours because they have to in order to afford the accessories of life that have become somehow necessary. These can be anything from designer handbags to swimming pools, new cars, and fancy kitchen gadgets. Many people justify the money they spend on their long hours at work, which seems to turn into a vicious cycle that can never stop. It is an interesting concept and one that the reader must ponder in their own lives. "
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Leisure Time in the U.S., 2008.
A look at how availability of leisure time in the U.S has changed.
940 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 23.95
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This paper explains that, although most employees desire increased leisure time, present day economic and social conditions make this difficult. The paper points out that the fierce competition on the international market, combined with globalization and the constant search for improvement have forced managers to demand more work time. The result is increased pressure on the workers to work longer hours, hiring based on potential performance rather than the lure of job benefits, and the introduction of late retirement programs. The paper then discusses the food and beverage industry and the tourism industry and relates that significantly reduced leisure time for employees has created a demand for 24/7 availability in both industries.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Subtopic 1 - Increased Pressure on the Employee
Subtopic 2 - Hiring Based on Performance Instead of Job Benefits
Subtopic 3 - Late Retirement
Implication Area 1 - Food and Beverages
Implication Area 2 - Tourism
Conclusions
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"A more and more common feature of decreased leisure time is revealed in the form of late retirements. This generally occurs due to insufficient personnel and insufficiently trained new employees. As a result of these, managers prefer to hold on to their old and trustworthy employees. The late retirement program is generally carried on in collaboration between employee and employer in the form of a part time job agreement, but it can also take the form of a full time job contract."
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Leisure Time, 2007.
This paper defines and analyzes aspects of leisure.
2,872 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 59.95
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In this article the writer notes that a general definition of leisure is used to explain that this time is free from activities such as employment, business, household chores, education, eating and sleeping. However, the writer points out that the definition of what makes an activity true leisure as opposed to being a compulsory activity is a rather arbitrary one and in many cases it can be difficult to determine which activities are being done purely for pleasure with no utilitarian purpose. In order to study the role of leisure over the course of a lifetime, an elderly subject is interviewed and the leisure activities are analyzed for each decade of life between the ages of twenty-years-old and seventy-years-old. This case study analysis allows for a comparison of how leisure affects the individual's life throughout the different stages of life, as well as providing a comparison to the "average" leisure activities of other people.
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"The modern notion of leisure and having leisure time, however, did not emerge until the nineteenth century when the mechanization of industry changed the way most people worked. Because machines allowed the typical workweek to be shortened by more than twenty hours, the average person had time to relax and take part in non-compulsory activities. Before this change in industry, enjoyable activities such as sports and theater were associated with only upper-class -- not working-class -- lifestyles. Since then, leisure has been an essential part of the Western lifestyle for the vast majority of people."
"There are two major categories of leisure and leisure activities. The first is active leisure, which is a type of non-compulsory activity that is just that, active, and implies that the person wishes to exert energy during the activity. Active leisure activities may be low-impact, such as walking, yoga, or swimming, which are not highly competitive or highly energetic, but still a physicalism activity. Active leisure activities may also be considered high-impact, such as competitive sports, which are highly competitive or highly energetic, and may in some extreme cases actually risk physical harm."
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Japanese Women and Leisure, 2002.
A paper which introduces and discusses leisure time for women in Japan.
1,500 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 34.95
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The paper shows that while women in Japan have made great strides during the 20th century, they still have a long way to go to catch up to the world?s women in pay, job prospects and their standing in society. The paper discusses the many hours Japanese women spend on childcare and housework which leaves little time for leisure time and entertainment.
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"Leisure time for women in Japan is much more common today than it was several decades ago. In fact, women taking classes, or enjoying golf and other recreation would have been looked at with disapproval, people would have thought they were neglecting their duties to pursue selfish pleasures. Today, they enjoy more freedom, but as in many other societies, working women with families still enjoy the least leisure time, and in Japan, their husband help even less with the necessary housework. Japanese women still have a long way to go to become equal in their society."
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Leisure and Life Satisfaction, 2005.
A study on the recreation and leisure habits of Korean college students and how this aspect of their lives interrelates to their general life satisfaction.
8,120 words (approx. 32.5 pages), 13 sources, APA, £ 121.95
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This study researches and examines specifically the relationship that exists between leisure time and life satisfaction experienced among Korean college students. This study asks the questions (1) What are the degrees of leisure participation, leisure satisfaction and life satisfaction of male and female college students in Korea?; (2) What are the differences of leisure participation and life satisfaction of college of college students in Korea in relation to specific factors that impact this relationship?; and (3) How, if indeed it is, is the individual's self-esteem interrelated to leisure time and life satisfaction of college students in Korea? The method of this study is through conduction of review of available peer reviewed literature. Findings of this study show that it is the perception of the student in relation to accomplishment, time management skills and other relating factors of self-perception that greatly influence the enjoyment of leisure time by the college aged student in Korea more so than any other cultural, societal, governmental, health-related, financial, or any other known factor that causes an impact on leisure and as well that the self-perception of the student which colors the experience of leisure colors the experience of satisfaction in life as well.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Key Terms
Limitations of the Study
Need for the Study
Variables Related to Life Satisfaction & Theoretical Framework
Literature Review
Findings of the Study
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"Colleges in Korea consist of 16 national and public colleges and 142 private colleges. Since establishment of the first in 1979 the number has grown to 158 and total enrollment is stated to be 591,594 as of the year ending 2003. College in Korea has the express stated purpose of producing "middle-level technicians equipped with a solid base in both theories and practical skills. Their specialized courses are grouped into technical, agricultural, fishery, nursing, sanitation, home economics, social practice, arts and athletics." Of all students enrolled 96 percent of the students are enrolled in private schools. College admission quota represents 39.7 percent of all higher education in Korea as of 2003. "
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A Philosophy of Leisure, 2008.
This paper explores the thoughts of several philosophers on leisure and a discussion on the writer's own philosophy of leisure.
1,585 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 35.95
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This paper discusses and explains the thoughts about leisure of many great philosophers, including Aristotle, Jeremy Bentham, and Immanuel Kant. The writer then discusses his own personal philosophy of leisure and concludes that, so long as pleasure does not impinge upon the lives and productivity of native inhabitants, or the pleasures of others, varied quests in the pursuit of leisure are all honorable.
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"A philosopher such as Aristotle might find the more mentally industrious forms of leisure more beneficial. Watching television and eating foods that please the palate but do not nourish the body may provide pleasure, but do not facilitate happiness. For Aristotle, "the happiest life, the greatest human good, is the fulfillment of the philosopher" is a philosophical life of seeking happiness, but not necessarily a life of seeking or enjoying pleasure. Happiness is achieved through contemplation, but not a contemplation done out of compulsion."
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Leisure and Crime, 2008.
This paper discusses the connections between leisure activities and criminal behavior.
1,600 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 36.95
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In this article, the writer relates that the literature studied indicates that leisure activities and crime are related in a number of complex, meaningful ways. The writer notes that this relationship has been explored by a number of researchers over the past decades, generally with similar findings. The writer points out that many researchers hypothesize that household leisure activities are negatively related to criminal behavior, whereas non-household leisure activities are often positively related to crime. The writer maintains that although general trends have been established, however, based on similar theorizing, the literature indicates that the relationship is not standard and is affected by variables including type of leisure activity, gender, age, time of the day, leisure setting and other demographics. These issues are explored in detail in the paper.
Outline:
Introduction
Messner & Blau's Theory of Leisure Behavior and Crime
Messner & Blau's Study Methods
Messner & Blau's Results
Other Literature Review
Conclusion
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"The results of Messner and Blau's study, based on ordinary least-square regressions, revealed that the introduction of leisure activities into the SMSA crime rate model demonstrated significant results, particularly concerning rape, robbery, burglary and larceny. In accordance with previous studies, Messner and Blau found that household activities were negatively related to most of the crimes. The control variables also reiterated that of previous studies - poverty was found to have a significantly positive relationship with crime, racial composition was significant and males tended to be particularly associated with crimes such as homicide and rape. Regional affects regarding robbery and auto crimes were discovered (being lower in volume in southern SMSAs) and, in accordance with only some literature, the high risk 18-24 age bracket was negative for homicide, robbery and assault. Against expectations, daytime television viewing provided stronger results than nighttime data, thought to be attributed to the type of lifestyles daytime television viewing may promote - that is, programs more relevant to criminal opportunities than those offered at prime-time hours."
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What is Leisure?, 2002.
Provides an overview of the concept of leisure and how it is applied in contemporary American society.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 61.95
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The etymology of the word "leisure" and the historical concepts of leisure are outlined. A basic definition of leisure in the contemporary North American context is presented. The role of work and leisure as a "response" to industrialized and hierarchical social relations are examined. Socio-economic differences in leisure activity and access within North American are highlighted. Policies to enhance access to leisure services and opportunities are identified.
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Leisure Introspection, 2007.
This paper is an essay, which explores the author's concept of his own leisure.
2,435 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 51.95
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This paper explains that the author believes that the one constant thing the he can rely on, which directly relates to his own personal exposure and inclusion of leisure, is the way he treats leisure and how he lets it impact himself. The author stresses that it is his own responsibility that his lifestyle choices lead to something positive, constructive and self-satisfying. The paper acknowledges that, in order to participate in the leisurely activities to which he finds himself drawn, the author is required then to work; therefore, it makes sense to him that his work be based in some sort of leisure as well, which in his case is the theater.
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"It's then important to me to distinguish between theater leisure and theater work. If I legitimately want to succeed in the business of theater, I have to treat it like such. I have to be open to opportunity. Theater is about determination and hard work as much as it is about fun and passion. I need to be aware of my surroundings; only then will I accept and fulfill what it takes to do well in this field. Let us consider my options, wherein theater contains many. Where do I "make it big?" The film industry. But let's look beyond that. There is plenty of options just waiting for me to pounce on them."
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A Society Filled with Leisure, 2001.
A discussion on leisure and the questionable necessity of work.
3,655 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 70.95
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This paper examines the idea of a society filled with leisure (or work) as has been explored by a number of prominent thinkers since the Enlightenment. The paper also examines social categories such as class, and these categories are shown to be intimately linked to ideas about leisure, technology, work and finally ? to ideas on what it means to be human. The paper looks at Adam Smith's book "The Theory of Moral Sentiments," in which work is part of evolutionary progress; Voltaire's "Candide," in which pursuing meaningful work is the means to salvation; Auguste Comte's theory of an ideal positivist society; Karl Marx's theories of class and production; Max Weber's Calvinistic theory of work; George Herbert Mead's symbolic interactionism; and Habermas' Western Marxism. The paper concludes that while humanity is ill-suited to leisure, technology has provided us with more leisure than ever before.
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"If the American and French revolutions laid down the political pattern of the modern world, the Industrial Revolution in Great Britain laid down the economic pattern and with this, ideas about what should be the relative importance of leisure and work ? and wealth ? in our lives. The changes that took place in Britain during the 19th century became almost a prototype of industrialization and of increasing leisure, wealth and surplus to a growing segment of society, although not, by all means, to all segments of society. To choose to industrialize (and to not so choose meant risking backwardness and dependence) was to imitate consciously the British Industrial Revolution and so also to buy into a certain set of economic precepts about the role of technology and the purpose of human labor. As with all areas of human endeavor, however, there were often substantial gaps between idealized versions of society and realistic ones. In the case of how people thought that technology and human labor might interact, there were also substantial differences in what people thought that they wanted and what they actually wanted, as we shall see."
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Leisure and Recreation, 2006.
This paper establishes a professional philosophy for the value of leisure and recreation.
1,135 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 27.95
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This paper explains that, whereas the Japanese have incorporated the importance of recreation and leisure into their national culture and identity, some Americans feel guilty about recreation and leisure activities because of a residual effect of the Puritan work ethic, which equates having fun with laziness. The author points out, by examining research studies, that recreation and leisure are important to every culture because they contribute positively to the individual, the community and the environment. The paper stresses that American society needs to change its definition of recreation and leisure from being activities that are "squeezed in" during moments of free time to being activities that are made a priority because of their numerous benefits.
Table of Contents:
Individual Benefits
Community Building
Environmental Benefits
Conclusion
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"Research by Iwaski, et. al. demonstrated that male and female managers in stressful positions who choose to make leisure a priority find that it becomes an invaluable coping tool. While there do appear to be gender differences in the types of activities selected, both men and women expressed that their recreation and leisure activities were critical to their physical and professional survival. And, although children have not yet entered the competitive corporate world, a similar study by Caldwell et.al. found that middle school students who regularly participated in positive recreation and leisure activities found that they became more efficient and better focused, more aware of their community, and perhaps less likely to participate in substance use and abuse."
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The Role of Leisure, 2002.
Discusses the manifestations and social functions of leisure in the past, present and future.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 8 sources, £ 55.95
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This essay will explore the role of leisure (including both recreation and tourism) in present-day society from a comparative, interdisciplinary perspective. It will be argued that to understand how women and men in the Western world today understand and enjoy leisure, we must first grasp the historical origins of the concept. This understanding will allow us to better appreciate how the benefits and constraints that define contemporary leisure activities have come into being.
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Local Authority Leisure Services, 2002.
Looks at the future of traditional local authority leisure services and concludes that it is at risk.
2,650 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 7 sources, £ 68.95
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This paper discusses the view that the future of traditional local authority leisure services is at risk as a result of reductions in funding from central government together with a sustained period of economic and social change and considers how local authorities may be able to provide quality leisure services in the future.
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Designing Leisure Centres, 2007.
This paper discusses the importance of an ergonomic design of leisure centers.
3,199 words (approx. 12.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 64.95
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The paper discusses how leisure centers, as places of business, should focus on the specific needs of the diverse societies they serve, including children of various age groups, adults of various ages, mothers, the aged and physically or mentally disabled people. The paper explains the importance of ergonomic modifications being incorporated in a leisure facility in terms of quality and safety. The paper looks at integrating employees in the same manner. The paper concludes that it is vital for all areas of life to be made as inclusive as possible for all persons in society.
Outline:
Ergonomic Needs
Integration of Ergonomic Needs
Programme for Ergonomic Needs of Users and Operators
Conclusion
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"Children from 5 to 8 years would for example have needs such as facilities that cater for their limited size. Shallow pools, smaller tennis courts, light-weight equipment and lower drinking fountains are examples of these. They would also require adult supervision and adult-led activities in order to ensure their safety and enjoyment at all times. At the same time, supervision by a professional adult would reassure parents of their children's safety. Children aged form 9-12 years would still require a fair amount of adult supervision, although in certain activities they might be given more autonomy and/or responsibility. This depends upon their age - a child of nine years old would be slightly young to leave completely alone during an activity."
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